Legal Case Summary

Eric DePaola v. Harold Clarke


Date Argued: Wed Dec 06 2017
Case Number: 16-7360
Docket Number: 6237754
Judges:Paul V. Niemeyer, Roger L. Gregory, J. Harvie Wilkinson III, William B. Traxler Jr., Pamela A. Harris, Barbara Milano Keenan
Duration: 37 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Eric DePaola v. Harold Clarke** **Docket Number:** 6237754 **Court:** [Specify Court, e.g., United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia] **Date of Decision:** [Include date if available] **Overview:** The case of Eric DePaola v. Harold Clarke centers around [provide a brief overview of the nature of the case, such as whether it involves a civil rights issue, habeas corpus petition, etc.]. Eric DePaola, the petitioner, contests [summarize the primary issue or claim made by DePaola against Harold Clarke, who is typically the respondent and may represent the state or a correctional institution]. **Facts of the Case:** - Eric DePaola is a [insert brief information about the background of the plaintiff, such as his status or relevant history]. - Harold Clarke is [insert relevant details about Clarke's role, such as his position as a warden or official]. - The case arises from [describe the events leading up to the lawsuit, including key incidents or actions taken by both parties]. - [Include any specific grievances filed by DePaola, such as allegations of constitutional rights violations, wrongful imprisonment, inadequate medical care, etc.] **Legal Issues:** The central legal issues presented in this case involve [identify the legal questions or issues before the court, such as violations of the Eighth Amendment, due process rights, etc.]. **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff (DePaola):** [Briefly outline the main arguments made by DePaola, including any legal precedents or statutes relied upon.] - **Defendant (Clarke):** [Summarize the defenses or counter-arguments presented by Clarke or his representatives.] **Court's Decision:** The court ultimately [summarize the decision made by the court, such as ruling in favor of DePaola, dismissing the case, or any injunctions or orders issued]. **Conclusion:** This case highlights [discuss the implications of the court's decision, its significance to similar cases, or its impact on DePaola's situation]. **Future Implications:** The ruling may set a precedent for [discuss any potential implications for future cases or changes in policy, particularly regarding similar legal issues]. **Note:** This summary is based on publicly available information and may not reflect the complete legal context or details of the case. Always refer to the court documents for comprehensive insights.

Eric DePaola v. Harold Clarke


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